Longyangxia Dam Solar Park, Solar power station in Gonghe County, China.
The Longyangxia Dam Solar Park contains 4 million solar panels across 27 square kilometers, generating 850 megawatts of renewable energy for the region.
Construction of this facility began in 2013 as part of China's initiative to increase renewable energy capacity, which doubled to 77 gigawatts by 2016.
The solar park represents China's advancement toward environmental sustainability, marking a shift from traditional energy sources to modern renewable solutions.
The facility combines solar power with hydroelectric generation from the Longyangxia Dam, creating an efficient system that balances energy production throughout the day.
NASA's Landsat 8 satellite documented the solar park's rapid expansion between 2013 and 2017, showing its transformation into a leading energy facility.
Location: Gonghe County
GPS coordinates: 36.12970,100.55670
Latest update: June 7, 2025 21:51
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